Grudges, Grumblings, Avoidance and Sticking Your Head in the Sand. Communication is impacted by our emotional state and that of the other person or people involved. If you are upset with the … [Read more...] about The Power of Letting Go
The Power of Appreciation
Appreciation – is it necessary or ‘extra?’ Appreciation is an aspect of communication, and like other forms of communication, doing it well means making sure it is received in the same way that it … [Read more...] about The Power of Appreciation
Better Relationships through Better Communication
A New Year often brings new resolutions. It is also the recovery time from all the holidays. And sometimes a recovery from the drama that shows up at holiday gatherings….family squabbles, work … [Read more...] about Better Relationships through Better Communication
When Communication Gets Ugly
Communication and De-Escalation Communication can get Ugly. We’ve all been there. Sometimes it starts simple and takes a sudden turn. Sometimes it blindsides you out of nowhere at … [Read more...] about When Communication Gets Ugly
Giving and Receiving Feedback
The Dreaded Feedback Giving and receiving feedback can be so uncomfortable that many people avoid everything about it - even the word 'feedback.' The reality is, when done well, feedback is a … [Read more...] about Giving and Receiving Feedback